JBS to acquire Adelle Indústria de Alimentos for $60m.

Brazil’s JBS, the world’s largest meatpacker, agreed to acquire local pork processor Adelle Indústria de Alimentos for BRL235m ($60m). The acquisition would boost JBS' capacity to produce items such as sausages and bacon. The conclusion of the transaction is subject to the approval of the Brazilian Antitrust Authority, amongst other usual conditions.